Rear View Safety was recently featured in Family Living Today's list of "Best Backup Cameras." The article highlighted our flagship product, the RVS-770613 Backup Camera System. This system features a crystal clear 7" LED digital panel monitor and a waterproof backup camera with 50ft infra-red night vision. We've been helping to keep the world safe with this system for over a decade.

RVS-770613

• 7" LED digital panel
• 130° Ultra wide viewing angle
• 18 Infra-red lights - 50ft of night vision
• Completely waterproof camera - IP69K
• Built-in mic and speakers for audio

We are proud to be presenting at the Vision Zero Fleet Safety Forum in New York, on Tuesday, November 14.

The Vision Zero Safety Fleet Forum is sponsored by NYC Fleet. The annual event brings together professionals representing private fleets, safety equipment suppliers, federal, state and city agencies and universities focusing on the collective goal of vehicle safety. The forum is used to exchange best practices, promote cutting edge vehicle safety technology and provide education to fleet managers about Vision Zero.

Rear View Safety’s Director of Sales, Jean-Paul (JP) Weaver is part of a distinguished...

Rear View Safety continues to be on the cutting edge of vehicle safety technology. The Brooklyn based company, which celebrates their 10th anniversary this year, is proud to introduce the 360+ Bird’s Eye View System with lane changing cameras.

According to an estimate from the National Safety Council, as many as 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes last year. This is a 6% rise from 2015. Not only does the 360+ erase blind spots and assist with parking navigation on narrow roads (all other 360° systems only have these features), it is also equipped with two side cameras to help with lane...

U.S. Representatives Tim Ryan (D-13th OH), Peter King (R-2nd NY) and Jan Schakowsky (D-9th IL) recently introduced the Helping Overcome Trauma for Children Alone in Rear Seats Act (HOT CARS Act of 2017, H.R. 2801). The act requires technology in passenger vehicles to alert the driver when a passenger is left in the back seat.

This bipartisan initiative would prevent deaths and injuries caused by vehicular heatstroke. It is the first step to prevent this horrible problem. Reminder systems for headlights, doors, keys and seat belts already exist in many cars.

According to Kids and Cars, this year...

Our newest dash camera is very versatile. A Full HD dash camera, the RVS-880C Hidden Dash Camera with WiFi can be connected to an external monitor via RCA or to a mobile DVR. You can also view and download dash camera footage straight from your smartphone or tablet with a free app. This dash camera also has  sleek design and simple installation.

The dash camera slides behind the rear view mirror so it is only compatible with vehicles that have traditional rear view mirrors.

RVS-880C Hidden Dash Camera With WiFi

• Full HD video recording
• Ultra wide 170° viewing...

This week Nissan announced the Signal Shield, a Faraday cage installed in a car's armrest. The Nissan Signal Shield blocks all WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular signals and aims to deter distracted driving.

The idea is pretty simple. Place your phone in the compartment and close the lid before you start driving. The Signal Shield will block all messages until you open the compartment, at which point wireless connections will be restored. The concept of blocking electromagnetic waves was pioneered by English scientist Michael Faraday in the 1830s.

Opening the armrest restores all connectivity. This...

Kelly, my fiance, and I got rid of our cars shortly after we moved to New York. I really miss driving everyday. One of my brothers also lives in the city and we trade babysitting for occasionally using his car for groceries or for a weekend trip to the beach. It's a great trade. Recently he took a road trip with his family to Ohio. He took it into his local shop to get checked out before the trip. It's an old but reliable car, so he wanted to make sure everything was alright before the long drive. His car was fine, but he left the shop with peace of mind.

Car Repairs

It's always important to make...

I think it's safe to say that most of us have driven a little over the speed limit at some point in our lives. In my younger, dumber years, I know I have. I have the tickets and upset parents to prove it. But how often do you hear of a police chief issuing himself a speeding ticket? That's what happened last week in Oklahoma.

Sperry, Oklahoma Police Chief Justin Burch issued himself a $300 ticket after a dash cam video showed him driving 80 mph in a 50 mph zone. He held himself accountable and apologized on the department's Facebook page.

Dash Cameras

This story just reaffirms the importance of...

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. From texting to eating to settling sibling disputes in the back seat, there are countless distractions that can fatefully take your focus off the road.Texting and driving causes 1 in 4 accidents in the United States.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUNCAMKZbFk

What can you do?

Distracted Driving

Teens: Speak up when you see a friend driving while distracted. Share messages on social media.

Parents: Lead by example, never drive while distracted. Have a talk with your family about all the responsibilities that come with driving.

Educators & Employers:...

I live down the block from the Brooklyn Tesla Motors showroom. It's fun to see the futuristic cars zipping around my neighborhood. I was very excited to help with this podcast. I've never ridden in one, but hope to take a test drive soon.

Tesla Motors Club Forum

In the podcast below we interview Andy Wallenstein, a member of the Tesla Motors Club forum. We speak about what makes Tesla special and the benefits of a dash camera.

As a member of the forum since 2014, Andy is active in assisting other Tesla owners and has worked with RVS on creating a group deal on a Blackvue dash camera for Tesla...

I honestly can't believe today is March 1st. It seems like yesterday was January 1st. We've had a busy year so far at Rear View Safety, preparing for spring with new systems and innovations. 2017 is our 10 year anniversary (very proud!), so we've also been working on some surprises. My lips are sealed.

WiFi Hitch Camera

To celebrate the start of spring (almost) we've announced our RVS-83112-Wifi WiFi Hitch Camera as March's Product of the Month. Easily connect your trailers and get on the road faster. The compact magnetic hitch camera connects via WiFi to your mobile device allowing you to...

How many bridges do you cross every day? According to a new report from the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) just over 9% of bridges nationwide are "structurally deficient."

The organization have created an interactive map showing info on each state and which bridges are deficient or sufficient. You can also toggle to a congressional district map. The map also shows proposed bridge work, how many daily crossings a bridge has and other interesting information. How does your state rank?

Don't change your spring road trip route just yet. A "Structurally deficient" grade...

I don't fly that often. Maybe once a year to visit home. I usually pick a super early flight and just sleep the entire way. No problem. That's why I was initially confused when I read a headline that the government may soon allow Wi-Fi connected phone calls on flights. Why would you need to make a call on an airplane? I've used Wi-Fi on a plane, but never lamented that I can't make a call while in the air. I ride the bus nearly every day, and it's very annoying when someone is on the phone. Someone is always on the phone.

After reading the story, the reason became obvious. It's for work. If you...

I wake up pretty early. Depending on when I go to bed (thanks a lot, Netflix) I usually get out of bed between 5 AM and 6 AM, sometimes even earlier. Every morning I check the weather by looking out my window. I live across the street from a very busy coffee shop and a police prescient. A lot of trucks and buses are stored in my neighborhood. No matter what time I look out the window, the coffee shop is full of drivers, fueling up for their morning rides. It's still full with another group when I start walking to my bus around 7:30. It's important to step back and say thank you.

So Many To Thank...

2016 has been the year we talk a lot about autonomous vehicles. A lot has happened this year. Google created Waymo, a self-driving vehicle company under the Alphabet umbrella. MIT designed a mini city for testing, and GM is testing on public roads in Michigan. Self-driving Ubers (with a driver for emergencies) are being tested in Pittsburgh as I type this.

Playing By The Rules

A few days ago Uber expanded this testing to San Francisco, but with some changes. The cars used in California are EX90 SUVS, the result of a collaboration with Volvo, who does not have a permit for self-driving cars from...

Rear View Safety is all about innovation.

We are very happy to announce the release of our new  MobileMule™ 5500 series. Packed with new features, including 4G capability, the 5500 series can also record onto a hard disk drive (sold separately) expandable to 2TB. Compatible with both Apple and Android apps, the 5500 series can connect to high-resolution cameras and monitors. The hard drive can be mirrored by SD backup. The future of MobileMule™ technology is here. The 5500 Mobile Mule series will take the place of the 4400 series, which is being phased out of production.

DVR's are perfect for...

The office is a little quieter this week. No, we’re not taking off work because of rainy weather, and I’m not working from home. A few members of our team are showing off our latest RV safety technology at The RVIA National RV Trade Show at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Here’s a video from last year.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdGFQDZOUWw

I would be lying if I said I wasn’t jealous. I would love to go to a show and talk about Rear View Safety and all the great things that we offer. I know it’s a lot of work, but I think I could (one day) be up for the challenge...

When I was younger I did a lot of stupid things. I’ve driven while eating soup, cereal, and even hot pockets. It’s absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable. I don’t drive a lot anymore, but I when I do I am 100% committed to the task at hand, driving!

3,179 people were killed, and 431,000 were injured in vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2014. Recently the NHTSA announced their 2^nd phase of voluntary guidelines to address distracted driving.

The first phase encouraged automakers to design less distracting devices or systems at the time of manufacture. This second phase encourages...